Aging is a natural process and happens to all living beings. However, building certain habits can contribute to a happier, healthier and more balanced old age. To this you can add good food for memory in your diet.
Influence of food on the brain
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Food influences the proper functioning of the body through the vitamins and nutrients present in each of them.
It is for this reason that specialists in nutrition indicate the low consumption of ultra-processed foods, full of of sugar and saturated fat, due to their harmful effect on the body, with impacts on memory and well-being.
Thus, to ensure healthy aging from the proper functioning of the brain, including foods good for memory and mood in your diet will make a difference.
Red fruits
Strawberry, blackberry, blueberry and raspberry are the best known red fruits in Brazil. But in addition to the sweet and citric flavor, these fruits are also allies in combating the development of degenerative diseases.
Flavinoids, antioxidants that fight free radicals in brain cells, work to protect memory and increase cognitive capacity.
Eggs
The egg is a superfood and is usually indicated for daily consumption. In addition to the high concentration of proteins, the vitamin B12 present in the yolk stimulates the production of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter that contributes to the maintenance of memory and learning capacity.
Fish rich in omega-3
Source of lean protein, fish meat rich in omega-3 act directly on the brain and improve functions cognitive effects from its anti-inflammatory properties, which contribute to the good development of the cells of the brain.
The good fat provided by omega-3 also helps regulate mood and, for this reason, can be used to prevent diseases such as depression. Salmon, tuna and sardines are the best known and you can include them in your weekly diet.
dark green vegetables
Cabbage, broccoli, red lettuce, spinach and arugula are some of the examples of dark green vegetables that you can include in your diet to preserve memory and learning ability, as well as regulate the humor.
With vitamins and antioxidants, dark green vegetables reduce the accumulation of amyloid plaques, one of those responsible for the onset of Alzheimer's disease.
